“So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” (Rom. 10:17) KJV

LIVING BY FAITH: Introduction

“But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” (Heb. 11:6)

The next few posts are not about a formula, or a method, or a step-by-step progress to achievement. They are not about a self-help book nor a how to manual. They are posts about a day-by-day, moment-by-moment relationship between you and God.

They are posts about a relationship so close to your creator that it is no surprise to you when His presence, His anointing, His love and power are manifested in your life on a daily basis.

Elisha, the servant of the prophet Elijah, had asked one thing of Elijah before he was to be taken up to heaven. He had asked that he could receive a double portion of the anointing that was upon Elijah.

Elijah told his servant that if he saw him taken up, then his request would be granted. From that point on, Elisha was diligent to always stay by the side of Elijah so that he would not miss the sight.

Elisha had heard the promise. He did what was necessary to receive the promise. Therefore, when Elijah was caught up to heaven by a whirlwind and his mantle fell to the ground, Elisha seeing the sight picked up the mantle knowing that the promise was his.

He struck the waters of the river with the mantle of Elijah and said, “Where is the God of Elijah?” and the waters parted so that he could walk across on dry ground.

Elisha was not surprised by what happened. He didn’t jump up and down and act excited about what he had just seen. He simply knew that the promise had been received, the anointing had been given, and that the parting of the waters was to be expected.

We are going to be revealing a revelation of faith which results in a relationship with the Holy Spirit to such a degree, that you will never again be surprised when the waters of your life part, when the need is miraculously met, and when you see that the deliverance has already been provided for in advance.

You will know what it is to walk in the faith and power of God, for He will go before you, His glory will be your rearward, and you will live your life in His presence.

Next- LIVING BY FAITH: God’s Faith

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